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Month: October 2024

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Ready to Vote? Your Ultimate Guide to Election Day Prep

caryOctober 31, 2024

Voting day isn’t just a day; it’s a vital exercise in democracy. Your vote is your voice, a powerful tool to shape the future of our country. But as simple as the act of voting should be, getting it right requires a […]

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Education Finance Healthcare Policy Rights and Equality

Promises in Progress: Why Biden’s Major Bills Aren’t Resonating—Yet

caryOctober 27, 2024

It’s easy for impactful achievements to be overshadowed by the noise of immediate concerns and skepticism. Yet, the Biden administration’s four cornerstone bills—the American Rescue Plan, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)—have laid the groundwork […]

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Ethics Media Policy Rights and Equality

A Generation Divided by Gender and Politics

caryOctober 24, 2024

The 2024 election has become a fascinating referendum on gender roles, especially among Gen Z voters. There’s an undeniable trend: young women are breaking for Kamala Harris, while young men are favoring Donald Trump. It’s a divide that tells us a lot […]

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Education Ethics Media Policy

How Occupy Wall Street Changed Activism

caryOctober 20, 2024

In the fall of 2011, a group of disenchanted citizens gathered in Zuccotti Park in New York City, setting in motion what would become one of the most emblematic protest movements of the modern era: Occupy Wall Street (OWS). With a rallying […]

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Education Ethics Finance Healthcare Policy

Profit Over Patients: Examining the Ethics of Pharmaceutical Pricing

caryOctober 16, 2024

The pharmaceutical industry in the United States holds a unique and controversial position when it comes to drug pricing. Unlike other developed nations, the U.S. allows drug companies to set their own prices with little to no regulation. This unregulated environment has […]

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Media Policy Rights and Equality

The Democrats’ Road to Victory Runs Through Detroit

caryOctober 11, 2024

Detroit. The beating heart of Michigan’s Black community. It’s a city that doesn’t just lean Democratic; it’s a city that has carried Democratic victories in the past. And, in a razor-thin state like Michigan, Detroit turnout isn’t just important—it’s essential. Kamala Harris […]

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Ethics Finance Healthcare Policy Rights and Equality

What Happened to Portland?

caryOctober 10, 2024

Portland has long been a beacon of progressive ideals—a city that stood up for environmental justice, embraced cultural diversity, and championed policies aimed at leveling the playing field. But in recent years, this proudly liberal city has experienced a dramatic shift. The […]

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Climate Ethics Healthcare Homelessness Policy

Deregulation and Devastation in North Carolina

caryOctober 8, 2024

North Carolina stands as a tragic reminder of what happens when a state’s government prioritizes corporate interests over the well-being of its citizens. The recent devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene has exposed the consequences of over a decade of building code deregulation. […]

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Education Finance Policy

Balancing the Books for Tomorrow: Ensuring Financial Stability Across Generations in Chicago Schools

caryOctober 7, 2024

Illinois and Chicago are once again at a financial crossroads, confronting a billion-dollar budget gap that highlights the challenging intersection of fiscal responsibility and ethical stewardship. With significant pension liabilities—particularly for the state’s teachers—the pressure is mounting on public officials to find […]

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Technology

When the Music Stops: What to Do When Your Go-To Tech Is Decommissioned

caryOctober 6, 2024

Technology has a way of becoming indispensable in our lives, from VoIP adapters to streaming platforms. Over time, these tools blend into daily routines, providing reliable service for both personal and business needs. However, when companies discontinue certain technologies, loyal users often […]

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